Low Sodium Savoury Rice with Ground Meat

Transform your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and healthy **Low Sodium Savoury Rice with Ground Meat**! This hearty one-pan dish combines tender ground beef or turkey, aromatic garlic, sweet bell peppers, and earthy carrots, all simmered together with long grain rice in a fragrant blend of dried oregano and thyme. The low-sodium chicken broth ensures that each bite is packed with rich, savory flavor while remaining heart-health friendly. A splash of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of vibrant parsley add a refreshing finish, making it a wholesome meal that’s perfect for the whole family. Ready in just 45 minutes, this nutrient-packed recipe is an easy, satisfying choice for busy evenings or meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 500 grams lean ground beef or turkey
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup long grain white or brown rice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground meat. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it's browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess fat if necessary, then add the diced bell pepper and carrot to the meat. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 6

Stir in the rice, ensuring it is well coated with the mixture.

Step 7

Pour in the low sodium chicken broth and add the ground black pepper, dried oregano, and dried thyme.

Step 8

Bring to a boil, then cover the pan and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 9

Remove from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 10

Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice, fluffing the rice with a fork.

Step 11

Serve warm, garnishing with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1619.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1959.7

Total Fat 114.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 400mg	0%
Sodium 1600.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 148.0g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 386.2mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 3409.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.6%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 18.9%